The ZEST Wellness Weekend (Nov 7-9) is intentionally curated to create an experience that offers you the freedom to enjoy your time away, the way YOU want to. We invite you to join us for a mountain retreat in the Scandinavian Alps, where wellness, yoga, relaxation, and luxury are waiting for you.
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This weekend is a break from the stress and responsibilities of day-to-day life, and a chance to reset your nervous system, move your body, and quiet your mind. You will leave feeling rested, refreshed, energized, and inspired.​
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​​The Location: Come with us on a journey 625 m above sea, among treetops and in a landscape that’s just as gorgeous in summer as it is in winter. An all-year-round destination in Scandinavia’s most picturesque ski resort Hemsedal. A place where adventure and nature are the excursion and Fyri serves as the hideaway for recreation and wellbeing. At Fýri you’ll find a 1000 m² Spa Club with elegant food in amazing surroundings.
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The Accommodation: There is nothing standard about Fyri, not even their standard rooms. High quality runs throughout the hotel: the comfort, the efficiency and the cleverly thought out layout of the rooms create a beautifully plush luxurious experience.
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The Food: A trip around the Mediterranean provides a clue to the inspiration for Restaurant Liv. Crossed between mainly between Italy and Spain, the flavors of green herbs such as basil and rosemary, the grassiness of a delicious olive oil and the taste of juicy, sun-ripened tomatoes. The vegetables are selected according to the season. Their ambition is to mainly work with local ingredients and when available. The spectacular views of the mountains are always included. Vegan and vegetarian options are always available.
​​Your holiday, your way! This weekend is designed to offer you the space and freedom to make this experience uniquely your own. While we offer you six classes over the weekend, you are welcome to pick and choose which ones you would like to attend. You are encouraged to spend your time doing what you WANT to do, not what you feel like you "should" be doing. There is no forced socializing or requirements for this weekend, and you select your dinner reservation and dinner guests when you register.
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Retreat Includes:
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Exclusive Yoga & Pilates Classes: Enjoy six movement classes with Jessica Winderl and Sea Marie Biladeau. Classes are designed for all levels.
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Private Rooms: Enjoy a relaxing stay in Fýri's luxurious rooms. These rooms are cozy with large windows. Get re-energized in fantastic King size beds. Included: Bathrobe and slippers. minibar, steamer and hair dryer, Fýri Resort bathroom amenities.
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Access to the Fýri Resort Pool Club: Free entrance Saturday morning access to Fyri’s famous Pool Club from 10:00-12:00. Rest and relax with an indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, daybeds, a bar, snacks and chill music.
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Meals at Restaurant Liv: Experience two gourmet 3- course dinners, two buffet breakfasts and one lunch at the stunning Restaurant Liv. Note: Alcoholic drinks are not included however they are available for purchase.
Your Retreat Facilitators
Jessica Winderl
Jessica is a yoga instructor pilates instructor, author, and Ayurveda Yoga Therapist based in Hemsedal, Norway. In addition to leading workshops internationally and teaching at yoga festivals in the US and Europe, she is also the founder of the Atman Yoga School, Norway’s largest independent vinyasa yoga teacher training school. Jessica is known for her creative and unique vinyasa sequences, and her ability to make ancient yoga philosophy and ayurveda accessible and relevant to the modern yogi. Her first book on ayurveda and holistic living, Holistisk Livsstil, launched in May 2023. www.jessicawinderl.com
Sea Marie Biladeau
Sea Marie is a yoga teacher who has been practicing and guiding yoga and wellness techniques for over 20 years. She has led yoga retreats, taught studio classes, and is currently the Director of a non-profit yoga studio, The Yoga Source, located in the mountains outside of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Sea Marie is also the co-founder of the Teton Yoga Festival, and is an Acupuncturist practicing Chinese Medicine. You can expect Sea to skillfully lead you in lighthearted classes that connect you back to yourself, and encourage you to play the edge between effort and ease. www.seamarie.com www.theyogasource.org